Get ready to dig deep and unearth a story with THE SMARTiPOPS™! Join the magical Mermaid Candy Sparkles and the charismatic Captain Coconut as they travel back in time to the lush, prehistoric landscapes of Puerto Rico.

In this year's journey, DINO-DRUM ADVENTURES, you’ll discover the thunderous rhythms of the dinosaurs and the ancient secrets of the Caribbean. Uncover unique percussion instruments, hear captivating tales of musical discovery, and expand your vocabulary with new Spanish words. Get ready to stomp, groove, and create unforgettable prehistoric musical memories together!

The Neighborhood Arts program is a summer staple at Metro Library with a stacked lineup of energetic performances from favorite artists for all ages. Performances are sponsored by the Arts Council of Oklahoma City, National Endowment for the Arts, and the Oklahoma Arts Council and aim to provide access to music, dance, and visual arts education to the community. This year’s offerings include the Oklahoma Violin Ensemble, a Dino Drum Aventure from SMARTiPOPS, Okahoma’s iconic banjo player Lucas Ross, harpist Jessica Tate, the fan-favorite Sugar Free Allstars, and even Inspyral Circus. Performances take place at library locations and off-site locations like Scissortail Park. A full list of performances taking place throughout the summer can be found at metrolibrary.org/neighborhoodarts.